Definition of: abortive

(ə·bôr′tiv) adjective
1. Brought forth or born prematurely.
2. Imperfectly developed.
3. Rudimentary, as an organ or stamen.
4. Coming to naught: failing, as an effort.
5. Causing abortion.
6. Med. Shortened in its course: an abortive fever. See synonyms under USELESS, VAIN.
—a·bor′tive·ly adverb
—a·bor′tive·ness n.

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